2010 Land Rover Range Rover
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Based on analysis of 62 Range-Rover reviews and test drives.
Land Rover Range Rover - What the Auto Press Says
The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover ranks 4 out of 11 Luxury Large SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 62 published reviews and test drives of the Land Rover Range Rover, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
Built for traversing an empire, the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover continues the tradition of uncompromising off-road abilities coupled with unparalleled luxury.
Land Rovers have always been vehicles with a large dose of luxury cachet. For 2010, updates to the Land Rover Range Rover have made the company's flagship model more powerful, more capable and more luxurious. The changes have been so well-received that it's tough to find a reviewer who has anything remotely negative to say about the Rover.
Range Rover built its reputation on remote trails, and the 2010 Range Rover continues to astound reviewers with its rugged capabilities. What's more astounding is that, unlike other off-road SUVs, the Range Rover has very good on-road performance as well. Two new engines -- one of which makes over 500 horsepower -- give the Range Rover the power it needs in any situation. Handling and braking are so good that the Range Rover is as at home on the freeway or in the city as it is on rock-strewn trails. Inside, reviewers say the cabin lives up to the Range Rover's nearly $80,000 price tag.
The one quibble reviewers raise about the Range Rover is Land Rover's reputation for poor reliability. While Tata Motors, the company that recently bought Land Rover, has promised to improve reliability, it's too early to tell if improvements have been made.
If you're looking for a luxurious SUV, but aren't sure about the Range Rover, check out the Mercedes Benz G Class. While Land Rovers were originally built for the British Army, the G Class was originally built for the German one, making it a capable off-road rig with nearly as much cachet as the Rover. It costs significantly more, however. To save a little cash, consider the Lexus GX, which has similar off-roading capabilities and technologies, but a slightly smaller price tag. If you want a luxury SUV, but don't intend to go off-road, consider a well-optioned BMW X5 or the Porsche Cayenne. Neither can match the Range Rover when the pavement ends, but both have a slight edge in on-road performance.
The 2010 Land Rover Range Rove is available in two trims, the base HSE model and the Supercharged.
- "For 2010, the Range Rover gets a variety of upgrades aimed at improving the driving experience: both available engines have an extra dose of horsepower, the interior is even more luxurious, and the level of technology, both inside the cabin and under the skin, is more impressive than ever." -- Automobile Magazine
- "The only way to truly get your money's worth out of a Range Rover is to take it off-road. WAY off-road." -- Motor Trend
- "Land Rovers and Range Rovers do extraordinary things, and I like extraordinary." --Los Angeles Times
- "The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover continues the tradition of interior opulence and off-road capability. Even though it remains the leader in a very small segment, the big SUV's questionable reliability should make buyers think twice." -- Edmunds
- "Range Rover stands out among premium SUVs for its balance of on-road manners, off-road ability, and high-class accommodations. The Supercharged model brings even more power to the table, but at a hefty price premium. There are less-expensive alternatives that offer similar performance and better fuel economy, but for Range Rover's well-heeled shoppers, little else will do. " -- Consumer Guide
Range-Rover Performance - 9.1 (Excellent)
When it comes to performance, the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover won't disappoint. New engines give the 2010 ample power, especially on the Supercharged model which has over 500 horsepower. On road, the Range Rover is composed and car-like. Off-road, it's capabilities are tough to match. Read More
Range-Rover Exterior - 9.5 (Excellent)
Few reviewers mention the 2010 Range Rover's exterior except to note that little has changed from previous model years. That's a good thing, as the Range Rover's traditional and high-end looks are popular with reviewers. Read More
Range-Rover Interior - 8.8 (Very Good)
The interior of the 2010 Range Rover is so nice, buyers may question if it belongs in vehicle that's capable of tackling the most rough-and-tumble terrain. With plush materials, top-notch assembly and cutting-edge cabin tech, the Range Rover's cabin is at home -- and nicer than some homes -- anywhere. Read More
Range-Rover Safety - NA
The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover hasn't been subjected to government crash tests -- something that's typical for a vehicle with such a high price tag. However, the Range Rover, like most luxury SUVs, comes with an assuring number of safety features. Read More
Range-Rover Reliability - 5.0 (Mediocre)
The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is covered by a four-year/50,000-mile limited warranty. Several reviewers raise questions about Land Rover's reliability record. Read More
